I’m Bejal — and Be-lavie is my love letter to slow, mindful travel.

The story

The Be behind Be-lavie

I live in Leicester — a city in the middle of England (famously known as the place where they found the king in the car park, Richard III) — with my equally geeky travel partner in crime. I’d call myself an experiential boutique traveller with a focus on sustainability and responsible travel; my journeys aim to build deeper, more meaningful connections with local communities and to make choices that contribute towards a circular economy at the destinations I visit.

I’ve travelled across six continents and, honestly, I’m not sure I want to make that seven by going to Antarctica. Some things should remain untouched.

As well as global jaunts and travelling around the UK, I’m a keen supporter of local independent businesses in my home city. I’ve created local Leicestershire guides on history, foodie spots like the best breakfast cafés, beautiful hotels, street art, unique experiences and — of course — the all-important coffee stops.

I’m always in search of creative vegetarian places to eat, which is why I especially love discovering veggie fine-dining menus.

In my spare time, you’ll find me scoping out street art, sipping coffee at local indie cafés and snapping photos of historic streets.